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Healthy soil is the hidden ingredient

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262 points gnabgib | 1 comments | 16 Apr 25 21:13 UTC | HN request time: 0.209s | source
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SwayamDas ◴[20 Apr 25 14:25 UTC] No.43743981[source]▶
Here are the primary components that you would require - 1. Organic Matter: Compost and mulch enrich soil and improve structure. 2. Microorganisms: Bacteria, fungi, and mycorrhizae break down organic matter and enhance nutrient uptake. 3. Soil Fauna: Earthworms, insects, and arachnids aerate soil and mix organic matter. 4. Nutrients: Macronutrients (N, P, K) and micronutrients (Fe, Mn, Zn, etc.) are essential for plant growth. 5. Soil Structure: Aggregates and porosity improve aeration and water retention. 6. Water Management: Proper irrigation and drainage ensure optimal soil moisture.
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1. tastyfreeze ◴[20 Apr 25 15:52 UTC] No.43744565[source]▶
2 provides 4 from the insitu minerals. It may be necessary to add minerals if you are growing plants that require something the native minerals dont have. But, the majority of minerals plants need are available everywhere. The soil biology is required to unlock it for plants to use.

If you see the macrobiota in soil it is an indicator microbiota is present. The more the merrier.